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Durability estimation of porous building stones from pore structure and strength

open access: yes, 2004
The influence of both pore structure and strength on the estimation of stone durability is evaluated. Salt crystallisation may limit the durability of porous building stones because it can be considered as one of the most powerful weathering agents. Salt
Fort González, Rafael   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Collision‐Resilient Winged Drones Enabled by Tensegrity Structures

open access: yesAdvanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Based on structures of birds such as the woodpeck, this article presents the collision‐resilient aerial robot, SWIFT. SWIFT leverages tensegrity structures in the fuselage and wings which allow it to undergo large deformations in a crash, without sustaining damage. Experiments show that SWIFT can reduce impact forces by 70% over conventional structures.
Omar Aloui   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

On the selection of a building stone [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of the Franklin Institute, 1873
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openaire   +1 more source

3D Printing of Soft Robotic Systems: Advances in Fabrication Strategies and Future Trends

open access: yesAdvanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Collectively, this review systematically examines 3D‐printed soft robotics, encompassing material selections, function integration, and manufacturing methodologies. Meanwhile, fabrication strategies are analyzed in order of increasing complexity, highlighting persistent challenges with proposed solutions.
Changjiang Liu   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Crystallization-induced deformations in building stones

open access: yes, 2019
International audienceSalt weathering drastically reduces the durability of building stones. A thorough understanding of the coupled transport-crystallization-mechanics phenomena is therefore indispensable.
Derluyn, Hannelore   +3 more
core  

Gait Analysis of Pak Biawak: A Necrobot Lizard Built using the Skeleton of an Asian Water Monitor (Varanus Salvator)

open access: yesAdvanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Pak Biawak, a necrobot, embodies an unusual fusion of biology and robotics. Designed to repurpose natural structures after death, it challenges conventional boundaries between nature and engineering. Its movements are precise yet unsettling, raising questions about sustainability, ethics, and the untapped potential of biointegrated machines.
Leo Foulds   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evolution of porosity in Hungarian building stones after simulated burning

open access: yes, 2006
OTKA D 45933One of the main physical effects caused by fire in tough stones is the modification of the pore system through the generation of fissures. The pore size distribution of stones is one of the most important properties influencing stone decay ...
Varas Muriel, María Josefa   +5 more
core  

ChicGrasp: Imitation‐Learning‐Based Customized Dual‐Jaw Gripper Control for Manipulation of Delicate, Irregular Bio‐Products

open access: yesAdvanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Automated poultry processing lines still rely on humans to lift slippery, easily bruised carcasses onto a shackle conveyor. Deformability, anatomical variance, and hygiene rules make conventional suction and scripted motions unreliable. We present ChicGrasp, an end‐to‐end hardware‐software co‐designed imitation learning framework, to offer a ...
Amirreza Davar   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Acoustic characterisation of boards manufactured with fruit stones mixed with coconut fibre [PDF]

open access: yes
[EN] Sustainable and recycled materials are being used in a wide range of fields to solve a waste management problem and, at the same time, to confer them a second life.
Gadea Borrell, José María   +3 more
core   +1 more source

High Temperature Effects on Global Heritage Stone Resources: A Systematic Review

open access: yesHeritage
Throughout history, natural stone has been a crucial building material due to its strength, durability, and aesthetic qualities. Today, it continues to be a valuable resource, representing both a cultural heritage asset and a significant economic ...
Roberta Lobarinhas   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

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